Context Clues Practice

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What does 'admonished' mean?

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warned

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What does 'tranquil' mean?

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calm

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What does 'quiver' mean?

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shake

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What does 'nasty' mean?

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unpleasant or disgusting

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What does 'helpful & kind' mean?

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being supportive and nice to others

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

Front

How can you find the meaning of a word using context clues?

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Look at the words and sentences around the unknown word for hints.

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What is a synonym for 'warned'?

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admonished

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What is an antonym for 'calm'?

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rough

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What is a synonym for 'shake'?

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quiver